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 Synod
2021-2025:
You
have been informed earlier about the upcoming Synod of
2021-2023. On 2nd December 2021 there was an input session by
Rev. Fr. J. B. Saldanha, of Mangalore Diocese, at CMSSS Hassan.
Booklets have been distributed to you
'ಜೊತೆಯಲಿ ಪಯಣಿಸುವ ಸಹಾಭಾಗಿತ್ವ ಧರ್ಮಸಭೆಗಾಗಿ',
Compiled
by Msgr. Ronald Cardoza & Fr. Vinay Kumar. You may go through
the same for the details of the programs. I thank both Priests
for their good work. Please find below some information
regarding the Diocesan Synodal program. I request all the Parish
Priests to show keen interest and motivate the laity in
parishes.
A
Study Session on Synod for the Priests of the Diocese
The Diocese of Chikmagalur organized a study session on the
 Synodal
process for the priests of the Dioceses of Chikmagalur on
02-12-2021 at CMSSS, Hassan. The study session was organized in
order to begin the process of "walking together" at the parish
level. Very Rev. Fr John Bpatist Saldanha, Parish Priest of
Bejai Church, Mangalore and the PRO of the Diocese of Mangalore
spoke on the Synod on Synodality: A new way of being a Church.
Clergy of the diocese participated actively during the session
and in the discussion and dialogue at the end of the study
session.
Inauguration
of the Synodal Journey in the Diocese of
Chikmagalur
 A graceful and Spirit filled event in
the life of the Church convoked by Pope
Francis on
10 October 2021 celebrating a
Synod (The XVI Ordinary General Assembly
of the Synod of Bishops with the theme
"For a Synodal Church; Communion,
Participation and Mission")
The diocesan process of Synodal journey
was inaugurated in our diocese
officially on 17 October 2021 by our
Bishop Most Rev Dr T. Anthony Swamy
during the Eucharistic Celebration in
the Cathedral Church. The priests,
Religious and lay faithful from various
parishes were present for this graceful
event.
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Celebration
of the Ruby Jubilee of Priestly Ordination of
Most Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Swamy
 Chikmagalur,
16th September 2024: The Diocese of Chikmagalur
witnessed a historic and joyous occasion as the
Ruby Jubilee of the Priestly Ordination of Most
Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Swamy, the Bishop of
Chikmagalur, and Rev. Fr. Henry Madtha was
celebrated with immense reverence and gratitude.
The event, held at St. Joseph's Cathedral,
Chikmagalur, was graced by the presence of
clergy, religious, and laity from across the
diocese and beyond. The celebrations commenced
with a solemn Thanksgiving Eucharistic
celebration at 10:00 a.m., presided over by
Bishop Anthony Swamy, with Rev. Fr. Henry Madtha
concelebrating. During the Holy Mass, the Bishop
expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Almighty
God for the 40 years of priestly ministry and
the countless blessings received throughout his
vocation. He encouraged the faithful to remain
steadfast in their faith and to continue serving
the Church with love and dedication.
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Marriage
Preparation Course
 Marriage
Preparation Course was conducted on the 17th and
18th of September, 2024, at CMSSS, HASSAN.
Marriageables from different parishes of the
Diocese and from outside the Diocese attended.
Young marriageables were being prepared to
receive the Sacrament of marriage. Thanks to Fr
Shanthraj R and the staff of CMSSS for the
cooperation and arrangements. Thanks to all the
resource persons for the valuable service.
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Priests'
Annual Retreat - 2024
 The
annual retreat was organized for the priests of
the Diocese of Chikmagalur on Monday, 22-07-2024
at CMSSS, the Social Service Center of the
Diocese, Hassan.
Rev. Fr John Kusumalayam OP, from Bangalore, was
the facilitator for the retreat. He engaged with
the themes as follows:
Priestly life a call to be a life of Holiness
Priestly life a call to Word of God
Priestly life a call to Life of Integrity
Priestly life a call to Servant Leadership
Priestly life a call to be a Prophet
Priestly life a call to be a Healer
Priestly life a call to life of Joy
The talks were profound and deeply Theological
and Biblical. It helped us to have a personal
encounter with God. The time of retreat brought
renewal, refreshment and increased our zeal to
serve for Christ. Rev. Fr Ronald Cardoza thanked
the retreat preacher with the words of
appreciation. He was honored by Rt Rev. Dr T.
Anthony Swamy, the Bishop of Chikmagalur. All
the priests praised the retreat preacher for his
insights and Director Rev. Fr R Shanthraj and
Disignated Director Rev. Fr Alwyn D'Souza and
the staff of CMSSS for the meticulous
arrangements. The retreat ended on 26-07-2024,
Friday, at 10.30 am.
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Marriage
preparation Course : May 2024
 Marriage
Preparation Course was conducted on the 28th and
29th of May 2024, at CMSSS, HASSAN.
Marriageables from different parishes of the
Diocese and from outside the Diocese attended.
Thanks to Fr Shanthraj R and the staff of CMSSS
for the cooperation and arrangements. Thanks to
all the resource persons for the valuable
service.
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